My site is local, catalogs of films and records, it was developed with CI3, no problem so far, currently I only update the tables.
Out of curiosity I tried to use CI4 using the same database but I am about to give up, like you I am stuck in the pagination.
I think that something is only automated when you have mastered the manual, but I don't, or at least there is something saying how to do it. I am aware of my limitations, which is certainly the reason why I am unable to go further.
It's a hobby for me, CI3 meets my needs, who knows later.
I am on the edge of the abyss ... about to fly.
I'm sorry, I did my best.
